Paulette Light, BSW, MSW, RSW

Offers In-person and virtual appointments
  • Social Worker
  • Woman
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars. 30 ratings.
Accepting new patients

Provider's hours

Sunday
Closed
Monday
By appointment only
Tuesday
By appointment only
Wednesday
By appointment only
Thursday
By appointment only
Friday
By appointment only
Saturday
Closed

Provider information

Description

My name is Paulette Light and I am the owner and clinical director of Lighthouse Counselling and Social Work Services. I am a Registered Social Worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, and a member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers.  My approach is gentle and views you as the expert in your life. I practice from a holistic and trauma informed framework. Using a customized approach allows me to meet your unique needs. During treatment I use a variety of evidence based therapeutic approaches including: CBT, DBT, Gottman, & Strengths Based approach

Conditions

  • Adjustment disorder
  • Anger
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Chronic Pain or Illness
  • Depression
  • Emotion Regulation
  • Grief, loss, bereavement
  • Loneliness
  • Post-traumatic stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Relationship Issues
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
  • Workplace stress

Services

  • Cognitive behavioral therapy
  • Cognitive processing therapy
  • Dialectical behavior therapy
  • Person-centered therapy
  • Solution-focused brief therapy
  • Strength-based therapy

Clientele

  • Adults (18+)​
  • Children (under 12)​
  • Seniors (65+)​
  • Teens (13-17)​

Languages spoken

  • English

Professional designations

  • Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)
  • Master of Social Work (MSW)
  • Registered Social Worker (RSW)

Education

  • Georgian College, Social Service Worker Diploma
  • Lakehead University, Bachelor of Social Work
  • Wilfrid Laurier University, Master of Social Work

Professional associations

  • Registered Social Worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers & Social Service Workers, and Nova Scotia College of Social Workers
  • Member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers

Summary

- Counselling for life's transitions, grief, anxiety, depression, PTSD, stress management & coping with emotions.

- In person counselling for children, teens & adults.

- Virtual counselling available for teens (16+) and adults living in Ontario & Nova Scotia

- We strive to offer inclusive, accessible services that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact us.

~Please refrain from wearing strong fragrances when visiting the office.

Business hours

Sunday
Closed
Monday
By appointment only
Tuesday
By appointment only
Wednesday
By appointment only
Thursday
By appointment only
Friday
By appointment only
Saturday
Closed

Services & supplies

  • Cognitive behavioral therapy
  • Cognitive processing therapy
  • Dialectical behavior therapy
  • Person-centered therapy
  • Solution-focused brief therapy
  • Strength-based therapy

Amenities

  • Close to public transit
  • Free parking
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Provider's hours

Sunday
Closed
Monday
By appointment only
Tuesday
By appointment only
Wednesday
By appointment only
Thursday
By appointment only
Friday
By appointment only
Saturday
Closed

Business hours

Sunday
Closed
Monday
By appointment only
Tuesday
By appointment only
Wednesday
By appointment only
Thursday
By appointment only
Friday
By appointment only
Saturday
Closed